Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 60145
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60145 is an urban area. with a population of 2,206 and household incomes above the national median ($88,750).
Area Profile
2,206
Population
$88,750
Median Income
+19% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 37.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 13.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,340
2BR Fair Market Rent
$812
Median Gross Rent
$250 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Illinois
- A veterinary practice costs $500K-$1.5M to start from scratch. Most new vets buy into existing practices or start mobile to reduce overhead.
- DEA registration, state veterinary license, and controlled substance permits all take time. Start applications 6 months before your target opening.
- Pet ownership rates vary by ZIP. Suburban areas with single-family homes consistently outperform dense urban cores for vet visit volume.
- Emergency and after-hours services command 2-3x standard pricing. Even offering limited emergency hours gives you a revenue edge in most markets.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+19% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
60111
6.7 mi
Pop: 222
$110,357
60146
7.0 mi
Pop: 2,241
$84,615
Walk: 5.2
60135
7.4 mi
Pop: 7,486
$87,935
60178
9.4 mi
Pop: 21,709
$88,314
Walk: 7.8
61008
12.0 mi
Pop: 33,697
$75,833
Walk: 7.9
60112
12.5 mi
Pop: 4,611
$79,506
61038
12.7 mi
Pop: 1,395
$69,808
Walk: 5.4
60115
12.7 mi
Pop: 42,461
$46,808
Walk: 7.9
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About This Data
Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits